Cisco DNA Essentials C2960X 48P SMS-K Platform License
Cisco DNA Essentials for C2960X 48P switches unlocks advanced network automation and security capabilities for your business infrastructure.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network traffic and device performance.
- Automated Policy Enforcement: Streamline security and access control across your network.
- Simplified Management: Reduce operational overhead with centralized configuration and monitoring.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to industry regulations and internal security standards.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Essentials subscription provides essential software features for managing and securing your Cisco Catalyst 2960X 48P switches. It enables advanced capabilities for network automation, policy enforcement, and threat defense, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this license integrates with your existing Cisco hardware to enhance network control and visibility. It is designed for businesses that rely on their network for daily operations and require robust management tools without the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions.
- Network Automation: Automate repetitive tasks for faster deployment and configuration.
- Security Enhancements: Implement granular access controls and improve threat detection.
- Performance Monitoring: Track network health and identify potential issues proactively.
- Centralized Management: Simplify administration through a unified platform.
- Software Updates: Ensure access to the latest features and security patches.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license is the smart choice for businesses seeking to modernize their network management and security posture efficiently.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate device provisioning and configuration across multiple switches. Streamline network updates and policy deployments to reduce manual effort and potential errors.
organizations deploying new network segments, businesses standardizing configurations, teams managing distributed network devices
Enhance Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of granular access control policies and network segmentation. Automate threat detection and response to protect sensitive business data from unauthorized access.
businesses handling sensitive customer data, organizations with evolving security threats, teams enforcing compliance policies
Improve Network Visibility and Performance
Enable IT professionals to gain deeper insights into network traffic patterns and device health. Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks to ensure optimal application delivery.
companies reliant on application performance, businesses experiencing network slowdowns, teams monitoring network health
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Unlocks essential network automation, security, and management features for your Cisco switches.
Subscription-based Licensing
Provides access to the latest software capabilities and ensures ongoing support through a predictable billing model.
Policy-based Automation
Simplifies network configuration and management by allowing policies to drive network behavior.
Enhanced Security Features
Improves network security through granular access control and threat visibility.
Network Analytics
Offers insights into network performance and health, enabling proactive troubleshooting.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security and compliance, which Cisco DNA Essentials supports through advanced access controls and network visibility features.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Maintaining secure and reliable network operations is critical for patient data protection and operational continuity, areas enhanced by DNA Essentials' automation and security capabilities.
Retail & Hospitality
These businesses rely on stable networks for point-of-sale systems and customer services; DNA Essentials helps ensure uptime and security across distributed locations.
Legal & Professional Services
Protecting sensitive client information and maintaining operational efficiency are paramount, making the security and management features of DNA Essentials highly valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware does this Cisco DNA Essentials license apply to?
This specific license, C2960X-DE-48-SMSK, is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 2960X 48P switches. It enhances the functionality of these devices.
What is the billing model for this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is billed on a recurring basis, typically annually or for a multi-year term, providing continuous access to features and support.
What are the key benefits of Cisco DNA Essentials?
Key benefits include simplified network management, enhanced security through policy automation, improved network visibility, and assurance of compliance with software licensing.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.